Rio: Paragliding in Pedra Bonita

The 2016 Olympic games will held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. But for those who are unable to make the trek to South America this summer, you can still take advantage of the sports scene whenever you decide to visit. Brazil offers plenty of adventure sports and activities one can enjoy long after the games are wrapped up.

The Rio 2016 website highlights some of the off the beaten path locations that tourists can visit to test their own athleticism. Here’s a look at Pedra Bonita mountain where TripAdvisor contributors have been known to take to the skies or go for a hike, many calling the secret spot “an amazing experience” with “breathtaking views.”

In the lower part of Pedra Bonita mountain in the São Conrado district of Rio, there is a paragliding and hang gliding centre (Photo: Rio2016/Alex Ferro.)Taking off is always the most nerve-shredding moment… (Photo: Rio 2016/Alex Ferro)It provides the daredevils with a stunning view above the Tijuca National Forest, with Dois Irmãos (Two Brothers) mountain to the left (Photo: Rio 2016/Alex Ferro)The trek up to the top of Pedra Bonita is mostly under the shade of trees and takes about 30 minutes (Photo: Rio 2016/Alex Ferro)A couple enjoy the spectacular view together (Photo: Rio 2016/Alex Ferro)Janaina, 26, from Rio, showed her passion for Brazil – well, it was during the FIFA World Cup (Photo: Rio 2016/Alex Ferro)